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Planet Earth II

“A new world revealed.”

Series Overview

David Attenborough presents a documentary series exploring how animals meet the challenges of surviving in the most iconic habitats on earth.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

Air Date Window

2016 – 2016

Premiered: Sun, Nov 6, 2016

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, Dec 11, 2016

Season 1, Episode 6: “Cities”

Explore the world's cities and meet the wild animals that have found ways to survive here.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Blue Planet II Official Trailer 2 | BBC EarthOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2017-10-20

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Alastair Fothergill

Original Score & Music

Jacob Shea, Hans Zimmer, Jasha Klebe

Director of Photography

Bob Gilles, Miguel Willis

Department Leadership Roster

Alastair Fothergill

Alastair Fothergill

Director

Bob Gilles

Director of Photography

Jacob Shea

Original Music Composer

Hans Zimmer

Hans Zimmer

Original Music Composer

Jasha Klebe

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-G

TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-G

General Audience — Suitable for all ages.

Germany (FSK)0

FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

France (CNC)NR
India (CBFC)U

Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Planet Earth II

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is Planet Earth II about?

David Attenborough presents a documentary series exploring how animals meet the challenges of surviving in the most iconic habitats on earth.

How many seasons does Planet Earth II have?

Planet Earth II comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Planet Earth II?

Key cast members in Planet Earth II include David Attenborough.

Who created or directed Planet Earth II?

Planet Earth II was developed and directed by Alastair Fothergill.